The first rays of sunlight filtered through the thin curtains, casting a warm glow across the room. The light spilled over the messy sheets, eventually settling on a sleeping figure. Her face, soft and serene, rested against the pillow, strands of hair splayed across her cheek. Long lashes fluttered slightly as the sunlight nudged her from sleep, highlighting the gentle curve of her jaw and the softness of her skin. Her brows furrowed for a moment, lips parting as if to protest the morning's intrusion.

RIKA'S POV: